How much does a microbiologist make in Massachusetts?
$122,400a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Massachusetts. That is $58.82 an hour or $10,200 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.82
- Vs. national median
- +39%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,990Median: $122,400Highest 10%: $162,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,990 | $36.53 | |
| 25th | $97,930 | $47.08 | |
| Median | $122,400 | $58.82 | |
| 75th | $142,200 | $68.38 | |
| 90th | $162,800 | $78.25 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $122,400 |
| Worcester, MA | $115,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 1. Massachusetts | $122,400 |
| 2. California | $108,500 |
| 3. Maryland | $108,500 |
| 4. Georgia | $103,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $58.82 ($122,400 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $122,400 against $87,990 nationally, 39% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for microbiologist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 1 of 42 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays microbiologists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $122,400 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.